2013 Toyota Tacoma DC TRD - Gitout Adventure Vehicle Build!

New shoes installed today!!!

(5) TRD 16x7.5" Alloy Wheels
(5) 235/85/16 Firestone Destination MT Tires

I finally chose tires after weeks of contemplation and reviewing specs of nearly every tire on the market.

Here was my primary considerations when choosing a tire:
1. Aggressive Tread (which limited choices to: BFG KM2, Toyo MT, Geolander MT, Duratrac, Kevlar MTR) - NW off road requires aggressive tread thanks to all the rain, mud and rocks.
2. Durability (needs to be a tough tire - 3 Ply sidewall and E Rated)
3. True 32" (not any of the 265/75 stuff which is 1/4" shorter than 32" diameter - don't want 33s to avoid rubbing, trimming, gearing change, loss in brake performance and steering response).
4. Low Weight (factory tires are 37lbs - most tires weigh in 54lbs on up - less weight = better braking, acceleration, fuel mileage/travel range)

The Firestone Destination MT was the best overall match. They weigh 47lbs which is 4-5lbs less per tire than most other options. True 32" diameter. E Rated - 3 ply sidewall. Skinny! The narrow look is growing on me somewhat... The Destination MT tires have excellent reviews. I've had them on another rig several years ago and they performed very well.

Initial feedback: Excellent steering response, track very well (no wandering or pulling), little reduction in braking / acceleration feel, quiet (less road noise than factory tires).

 

Love the look!!
You'll love the 235/85

 

Nice! Now pics of the bumper and everything else!!

 

Bed Rack assembled and painted. Bumper and skid prepped and painted.

 

Warn Xeon 10,000lb winch w/ synthetic rope and wireless controls waiting to go in... Hopefully this weekend.

 

Sub'd

 

wow im excited to see this outcome haha. looks good

 

Just put it on already!!!

 

Wowzers. Out the gate early with this. Holy shot by a mile.

Seriously though, good looks. Trucks gonna be a beast but I want pics asap!

I hope you dont regret not getting 285's

 

truck looks good! looking forward to the updates!

 

Nope. Not a consideration. The only other size consideration would be 255/80/17. But that wouldn't happen without regear, brake upgrade and trimming. On road 285s are fine but they aren't practical without body lift or excessive trimming/cutting for off road use. I need the tires to clear at full compression through the entire steering range.

More progress soon... Stay tuned.

 

235/85 have proven themselves better then 285's in almost all scenarios wide tires just aren't as good as skinny tires.

 

wow, taking no prisoners with this build, looking forward to MOAR photos and updates.

 

Nice Rig MontyPower!!
My first truck is my 2013 DCSB 4x4 Sport which I have been SLOWLY modding... I'm eager to hear how you like your APEX Bumper & Skid... I'm waiting to receive my new sliders & skid from them as well and was hesitant to pull the trigger on the bumper for a couple reasons:
1. MONEY!!
2. Suspension - do you have previous experience with the OME suspension? (I've heard good things, just don't know much about suspension in general) Do you think I'll be OK to mount my Sliders (~120lbs each) & Skid Plate with my stock 2013 Sport suspension? Will I need a leveling kit?

My next endeavor will be Suspension/Tires/and Maybe a 3"lift however I was hoping to be able to wait at least 6 months to tackle those, while being protected from door dings in the meantime... Thanks for any advice/input and I look Very Forward to watching your Build progress!!

 

I had full OME suspension on my previous expedition rig (1992 Isuzu Pickup). It was very durable, excellent off road performance and handled well on road. It's not "extreme" as far as flex / articulation but I think it's the best most durable suspension option for the cost. Remote reservoir shocks and fancy coil overs have exceptional performance but the trade off is cost and durability/longevity.

Your stock suspension will be fine with the sliders and skids added. I wouldn't waste money on "leveling kits" or "spacer lifts". Just wait and buy decent suspension.

I'll give more feedback after getting the suspension installed.

 

I saw you posted and was hoping for pics

 

Took the truck up into the snow for some cross-country skiing. Ended up pulling my brother's truck out of a snow drift. Fun time!

 

Excellent! Thanks so much for the speedy reply & info/feedback..
I was quite jelly of your snow photos..excited to finally go boarding here in CO now that we're finally getting some snow..

 

WARN XEON 10-S Winch & Allpro APEX bumer w/ PIAA Lights Installed (still need to finish wiring tho)

 

Awesome Build!!!!